Nolegein - Journal of Organizational Behavior and Management

Bridging Shifts: Moonlighting in the Indian Workforce - A Comprehensive Study

2024-03-01T10:28:20+00:00

The surge in gig working, commonly known as moonlighting, has witnessed significant growth, with the COVID-19 pandemic acting as an accelerator for this trend. This phenomenon involves individuals engaging in secondary employment outside their regular working hours, be it full-time, contractual, or freelance. The COVID-19-induced shift to remote work further fuelled moonlighting, especially in the IT industry, where employees juggled two jobs simultaneously. This case study explores the multifaceted impacts of moonlighting in the Indian IT sector, examining pre- and post-COVID scenarios and addressing critical issues such as work-life balance, ethics, integrity, job insecurity, and the evolving landscape of work. Prior to the epidemic, the Indian IT sector was typified by a more conventional work style, with most people following a single job structure. But the COVID-19 epidemic forced a paradigm change, compelling businesses to quickly implement remote work practices. This change not only made moonlighting more common but also caused conventional labour arrangements and industry conventions to be reassessed. Examining the impact of moonlighting on work-life balance is crucial. There is a tangible worry about the possible impact on personal life of those who take on second jobs. Burnout and elevated stress levels may result from the blurring of the lines between the personal and professional domains.

Effect of Minimum Support Price on cropping patterns and farmer satisfaction: A study in Uttarandra region of Andhra Pradesh State

2024-03-18T05:40:12+00:00

The government's Minimum Support Price policy is an important instrument for establishing the floor price of primary agricultural products and protecting farmers against middlemen and market conditions that are volatile. There are no obvious signs that the government's intervention the launch of MSP to support farmers and agriculture is being done sufficiently. It has also been observed that the government intervention has failed to achieve the stability objective so far as price is concerned. Due to the lack of infrastructure and the existence of middlemen, farmers acknowledged that they were marketing their produce at rates much below the MSP or reasonable rates at Mandi. In this research, an attempt is made to determine the impact of MSP on cropping patterns and the level of farmer’s satisfaction in the implementation of MSP. A major factor behind this inefficiency is the lack of infrastructure support for agricultural marketing. The difficulties farmers have are made worse by the widespread presence of middlemen, who frequently force unfavourable trading terms upon them. Because of this, farmers become disillusioned with the supposed advantages of MSP, and they still have to deal with unstable finances and reduced profitability. Given these limitations, further research is necessary to determine how MSP affects planting patterns and how satisfied farmers are with its application.

STRESS MANAGEMENT AND PSYCHOLOGICAL ASPECTS OF WORKFORCE

2024-04-03T08:07:52+00:00

The significant connection between work-life balance, mental health, and stress at work is the main emphasis of this study. The modern workplace, marked by rapid technological change and high-performance expectations, poses significant psychological challenges for employees. Unmanaged stress can cause a variety of issues that impact an organization's and an individual's health. This research aims to understand how stress affects mental health and work-life balance and identify effective strategies to improve employee resilience. The research objectives are to investigate the effects of stress on mental health and work-life balance, using a questionnaire-based survey of IT sector employees. In summary, this research seeks to provide valuable insights into the intricate relationship between workplace stress, mental well-being, and job performance, with the goal of improving the overall health and productivity of modern workplaces. If these stressors are not managed, they can lead to a variety of problems that are harmful to the wellbeing of the individual as well as the health of the organization. As a result, this study aims to clarify how stress affects mental health and work-life balance and to identify effective tactics for enhancing employee resilience. Examining the effects of stress on mental health and work-life balance, the study uses a questionnaire-based survey aimed at professionals in the IT sector. Essentially, the goal of this research is to provide significant insights into the complex relationship that exists between job performance, mental health, and workplace stress, all with the goal of improving the general well-being and productivity of modern workspaces.